Loss of Amtrack funding means Airline lobbyists have won...

[itzamirakul]

Since 911, fewer people fly than before - at least I am one of them.

A trip from NYC to Cleveland or Florida by train is comfortable, relaxing and satsfying if one is not in a hurry AND it is cheaper.

Since the airlines took such a hit, they have undoubtedly sent their lobbyists to get railroad funding cut so that the rail companies have to raise prices or make cuts that make such a form a travel less desireable. In the meantime, the airlines charge exhorbitant fees and offer worse and worse service.

I enjoy traveling by rail and I will be sorry to see that form of travel become even more limited than it is today.

What are your thoughts on the matter of alternative travel in the US?